"First published in Japan in 1999 by Shueisha Inc., Tokyo."Translated from the Japanese.

Summary note:

"Madara of the Akatsuki joins the fray on the battlefield. His powerful attacks, and a secret plan, take their toll on the Allied Shinobi Forces. Naruto and Bee rush to help their friends, but the leader of the Cloud Village will do anything to stop Naruto from risking his life-- even if he has to fight Naruto to do it!" -- from publisher's web site.